Contract Marriage: A monster is made

Chapter 4: Take Responsibility.

The first step was achieved. I need to plan my next move and compile the names of people who are much higher in terms of power and influence than my uncle, Tessie said to herself.

Ugh, I need a cup of coffee, she said.

Long- in Cafe...

What can I get you, ma'am? The female blonde-haired waiter with green eyes asked.

A cup of cappuccino, please, extra sugar, and by the way, you have beautiful eyes Tessie said while smiling.

Thanks, your coffee will be ready in a bit.

Okay, Tessie said, I need to keep track of what's happening in this city. She was scrolling through Weibo when two ladies sitting opposite her were chatting excitedly and loudly.

Girl One: Have you heard that the Anderson family wants to select a wife for the heir of the Anderson group?

Girl Two: WHAT!! No one has said anything in my family, Is there any criteria for choosing the bride?

Girl one: Well, you wouldn't blame them; only the top families know about this, so you better keep it a secret.

Girl Two: Thanks for telling me, but when is the selection taking place?

Girl One: They are going to hold a party on Eight of this month so I have less than a week to prepare

Girl Two: Yeah, I need to go home and ensure I have a cute dress for that day, she said while walking outside.

Girl Two: Hey, you haven't even touched your coffee; what a dumb girl; she doesn't even know the world of the mega-rich;

she said while taking out her invitation card embroidered in gold, her name boldly written from her purse, looked at it, and put it back. Then walked out, not even bothering about the coffee on the table.

Wow the Anderson family Tessie said to herself, well I need to__

Here's your coffee, ma'am, the waiter said, interrupting her thoughts.

Oh, thanks, she took a sip of her coffee and then continued with her inner monologue.

I need to get any information I can on this, Mr Anderson; She said before paying the bill and leaving, at least drinking coffee has its gains.

Hey Tess, her classmate approached her. I am celebrating my birthday at the bar, and you must come.

I'll be busy, sorry, Tessie said to her.

I need to look for ways to get an invitation card not to attend a birthday celebration she thought.

I know, but at least I hope you will make it, she said, then took Tessie's phone, input her number, then called her number with Tessie's phone. She reached out to tap her shoulder before going her way.

Annoying, Tessie said to herself before going home.

I've been cooped up at home; I should probably go; it wouldn't hurt. Tessie picked up her phone and dialed a number, hello, send me the address.

After some minutes, a location appeared on her phone: A bar, well let me try it out.

It was only 9:00 pm and almost time for the birthday to start; Tessie appeared outside the bar dressed in a light blue cropped top, red jean shorts, 6-inch heels, and a black blazer suit, and her curly brown waist-length hair tied in a ponytail.

It's better to be early, at least there wasn't traffic.

The big signboard outside mirrored her anxiety.

Hello Tessie, my name is Roman, said a blonde guy with brown eyes, walking towards her; if you are not busy, let's grab coffee tomorrow. I have something important to say to you.

I don't know you, so I can't grab coffee with you; if you have something to say, then spill it.

I've been following you for quite some time now,

The accident was not just an accident; it was intentional, and I can make you powerful enough for you to get your revenge, but you must work for us.

I am not interested, she said before walking away.

I won't force you but whenever you are ready, we are always around you, He said before backing away.

I think it was a bad idea coming here, Tessie said already regretting her decision.

She stepped in and immediately saw familiar faces, all dancing without a care.

The blaring music and people swaying their bodies made her frantic beating heart calm.

Wow, that's my jam, she said, swaying her hips to the music.

From the corner of her eyes, in a private space in the bar, The Private Room.

Mr Stephan Anderson, you have the Anderson family behind you, so at least give us this project,

Croft Milan, A greasy old man, filled with fat, and the president of Metal Empire, said.

Are u worthy?? Stephan Anderson said

You...He said angry, veins bulging.

Let's be truthful here, "Even if I give you the project are you sure you won't mess it up?

"It's not about if I want to but a matter of being competent." can you handle it? He asked while smirking devilishly.

I respect you, Stephan, but don't push my buttons, don't go too far, Croft Milan said, clearly agitated.

I'm pretty sure I've said all I want to say, see them out, Stephan said to his guard.

Okay, but I hope you don't regret it, Croft Milan said before storming away angrily.

Croft Milan and his subordinate, together with his trusted aid Odgar, left.

Good riddance, Stephan Anderson said.

Did you manage to drug him? Croft Milan asked Odgar while outside.

Yes and soon the effect will start taking place he replied

That's nice; make sure to station our people outside and monitor him; once he's showing signs, you know what to do.

Yes boss, Odgar said.

Croft Milan sneered, Let's see how he will get out of this mess.

I am awaiting your good news, and make sure to contact the paparazzi to take juicy photos, he said before walking away.

Yes, sir, they replied while dispersing.

Tessie happened to overhear their conversation.

Wow, they are planning something sinister, I better distance myself.

Ugh... I haven't taken more than a glass of wine, yet. I am feeling fuzzy, Stephan said while trying to shake his head; I feel hot, He said before realizing something; I've been drugged_stephan said sluggishly.

He tried to stand up and go to the elevator but was staggering.

It's your cue, go, Odgar said to his female subordinate dressed provocatively, standing next to him, while observing the surroundings to see if there are any hidden guards of Stephan.

She walked towards Stephan, swaying her hips,

Hello handsome, you've had too much to drink, let me take you to your room, she said while holding him.

Heyyy__ I don't know you; let go NOW, Stephan said angrily.

Hey, handsome, no need to be fierce, I am here to take care of you, she said while touching his chest and smiling provocatively...

Tessie was at the side, fighting with her inner self to help or not to help; they had already acted.

Hey babe, Tessie yelled awkwardly, walking straight to him and linking her arms to his, And you are... Anyway, thanks for taking care of my boyfriend; I need to take him upstairs.

Who are you? The lady asked

His girlfriend, duh, I left for a few minutes and he's drunk already.

How do I know you aren't lying? she asked.

Well, we booked a room upstairs, so if you don't mind being a third wheel, then you are welcome to follow us Tessie said while supporting his weight.

Hey babe, lean on me, okay she said while at her.

Fine, have a great night, the lady said then walked away angrily, I need to call the boss.

I have a room upstairs, the room card is in my pocket, Stephan said to Tessie while trying to dissuade himself from acting on his desires.

She quickly took him to the elevator, Pressed the button for the top floor, which is the penthouse, opened the door with the key card, and took him in.

You are quite heavy, Tessie said while she dropped him onto his bed In his penthouse.

Don't go, he held her hands tightly, his voice straining.

My friends will be looking for me downstairs.

Please, don't go, sweat dripping from his face.

Okay, but I need to clean you up, you are sweaty, Tessie said, feeling pity and at the same time mesmerized by the handsome face in front of her.

Stephan suddenly exerted force and yanked her forward, making her fall on top of him.

What are you doing, she asked, blushing profusely.

He turned her around, pinned her under, and whispered, "I will take responsibility for you." Then he kissed her.

Tessie was dumbfounded; that was my first kiss; even though I dated for two years, we've only held hands, nothing more, and now I am losing it to a stranger.

She was panicking, get off me please she said weakly. Huh... What is wrong with me?

I promise to take responsibility for you, Stephan said again before kissing her, letting go of any restraint.

Please don't, she said before succumbing to her hidden desires.

The night was steamy, With Tessie passing through pain, then pleasure, before passing out from exhaustion in the wee hours of the morning.

Stephan was like a horse, always energized...

Hey lady, which room did you take him to? Odgar asked.

His girlfriend came and took him away, they are probably entangled together under the sheets, she replied angrily.

He doesn't have a girlfriend, you have been tricked, he said angrily.

Well, she was pretty fierce, and it didn't look like she was lying, she replied, convinced that she hadn't done anything wrong.

You have been fooled; Our boss will deal with you, especially for this, he said, then walked away.

Hey, Hey, they were pretty convincing; it wasn't my fault, please, she begged as she realized the gravity of her failure.

Check the CCTV camera, and report everything back to me.

Hello boss, there has been a slight change in plans; Odgar called Croft Milan.

What happened? he asked.

She failed, Odgar said.

Send her to the base, check what happened, and prepare for anything unexpected.

Make it nice and clean, Croft Milan said before hanging up.

Yes sir.

Let's get moving and make it discreet.

Yes, sir echoed his subordinate.